Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
exilis
ID:
820484

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 151 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819818



Common Names

  • Exile Wahlenbergia
  • Exile Bellflower
  • Exile Bluebells


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Description

Wahlenbergia exilis (also called Slender Bluebell, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and blue, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia exilis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces small, white flowers in spring and summer. The leaves are evergreen and have a pleasant scent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wahlenbergia exilis is a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia exilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be placed in a well-drained potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia exilis

Wahlenbergia exilis is found in South Africa, Swaziland, and Lesotho.

Wahlenbergia exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia exilis?

Wahlenbergia exilis

What are the common names of Wahlenbergia exilis?

Slender Bluebell

What is the natural habitat of Wahlenbergia exilis?

Grassland and open woodlands

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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